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FRIDAY ROUNDUP: Smethport’s comeback falls short against OV; Terrors fall to Erie First Christian Academy at home
SMETHPORT, PA – Despite finding their footing in the second half, the Smethport boy’s basketball team could not erase their early deficit, falling to Oswayo Valley 55-42. The Hubbers’ offense

Bonnies aiming for defensive consistency ahead of final non-conference fixture
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — The St. Bonaventure women’s basketball team, seeking its first double-digit win season since 2021-22, is rolling into its final non-conference matchup of the

Genesis House ‘Light the Night’ fundraiser to light up Lincoln Park Sunday night
OLEAN — The annual Genesis House “Light the Night” fundraiser culminates Sunday night with luminaria lit up in Lincoln Park to promote awareness of area homelessness. For a $10 donation,

Bona HC Mark Schmidt seeking response from team in final non-conference matchup
After falling to Ohio, the Bonnies are aiming for a bounce-back win over Le Moyne By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — The end of the non-conference portion of the

Gies receives endorsements for Congress from Democratic committees in five counties
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Democratic congressional candidate Aaron Gies of Olean announced Monday that he received the endorsement of Democratic committees in five counties in his bid

Bonnies set for physical battle with Rhode Island in penultimate home game
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — There’s something about the Spiders that makes the Bonnies’ offense hum. Of the five best scoring performances the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team

Sherburne says budget transparency essential to overcome challenges
In a letter to Olean aldermen and city residents Mayor Amy B. Sherburne emphasized transparency in the proposed $23.2 million budget is essential. Many residents have reacted negatively to the

Former Salamanca Mayor Mike ‘Smitty’ Smith plans to seek office as an independent
By RICK MILLER Olean Star SALAMANCA — Former mayor Michael R. “Smitty” Smith announced on Facebook Sunday he plans to run again for mayor on the independent Salamanca Proud party











